Letter to the Editor

Beyond the White Coat: Organizational Strategies to Address Physician Burnout and Mental Health

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Tirandaz A, Nawaser K, Ramazani N. Beyond the White Coat: Organizational Strategies to Address Physician Burnout and Mental Health. Iran J Public Health. 2025;54(10):2290-2292.